The deadlock relating to the ICC Champions Trophy hosting continues as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is not in full agreement with the hybrid model. The debate apparently continues on the hosting of the ICC events even though the earlier reports suggested a truce on the hybrid model with India to play their matches in the UAE.

Last week, the ICC reached a consensus to conduct the eight-team competition in a hybrid model, allowing India to play its share of matches in Dubai while agreeing "in principle" to a similar arrangement in multi-lateral events till 2027.

Former Pakistan cricket team captain Rashid Latif made a mammoth statement regarding the Champions Trophy 2025 as he said that the tournament should not happen anymore.

Akram made a surprise appearance at a Coke Studio event in Dubai. Holding the Champions Trophy, he expressed his gratitude to the audience and shared his high hopes for next year’s tournament.

Pakistan will incur huge financial losses, attract lawsuits and even an international boycott if they withdraw from Champions Trophy 2025.

Pakistan's cricket future hangs in the balance amid a standoff with India over the Champions Trophy. The PCB's potential withdrawal over hosting arrangements could lead to significant financial losses,

Despite the uncertainty, Pakistan remains confident about hosting the Champions Trophy. The PCB has already started preparations, with venues and logistics being carefully mapped out.